The ICC T20 World Cup will return for its 10th edition from February 7 to March 8, 2026. India and Sri Lanka will jointly host the T20I tournament.
Like the last edition, 20 teams will feature in the T20 World Cup 2026. The teams will be split into four groups of five sides each.
In the group stage, every team will face their group opponents once. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the Super Eight stage.
The eight teams will then be divided into two Super Eight groups. Each team will play three matches, and the top two sides from both groups will enter the semi-finals. Winners of both semi-finals will play the grand final.
Here you can find the latest details about the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, including the schedule, venues, teams, format, and live streaming information.
ICC Cricket T20 World Cup 2026: Schedule
The T20 World Cup 2026 is likely to be played from February 7 to March 8, 2026. A total of 55 matches are planned across India and Sri Lanka. The tournament will consist of the group stage, Super Eight, semi-finals, and final.
The ICC is expected to release the official schedule and groupings soon. As per the latest reports, the first match will be played in Ahmedabad, while the final is also likely scheduled at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
T20 World Cup 2026: Expected Schedule Snapshot
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Feb 2026 | Opening Match – India vs TBD | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| 8–24 Feb 2026 | Group Stage Matches (Groups A–D) | Across India & Sri Lanka |
| 25 Feb – 2 Mar 2026 | Super Eight Round | Multiple Venues |
| 4 Mar 2026 | Semi-Final 1 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata* |
| 5 Mar 2026 | Semi-Final 2 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai* / Colombo* |
| 8 Mar 2026 | Final | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad* |
*Note: If Pakistan or Sri Lanka reach the semi-finals, that specific semi-final will be held in Colombo. Ahmedabad is confirmed as the preferred venue for the final unless Pakistan qualifies, in which case Colombo may host the final.
T20 World Cup 2026: Teams and Captains
Here are the 20 qualified teams for the T20 World Cup 2026, along with their expected captains:
| Team | Captain (Expected) |
|---|---|
| India | Suryakumar Yadav |
| Sri Lanka | Charith Asalanka |
| Afghanistan | Rashid Khan |
| Australia | Mitchell Marsh |
| Bangladesh | Litton Das |
| England | Harry Brook |
| South Africa | Aiden Markram |
| USA | Monank Patel |
| West Indies | Shai Hope |
| Ireland | Paul Stirling |
| New Zealand | Mitchell Santner |
| Pakistan | Salman Agha |
| Canada | Saad Bin Zafar |
| Italy | Joe Burns |
| Netherlands | Scott Edwards |
| Namibia | Gerhard Erasmus |
| Zimbabwe | Sikandar Raza |
| Nepal | Rohit Paudel |
| Oman | Zeeshan Maqsood |
| UAE | Muhammad Waseem |
T20 World Cup 2026: Squads and Players
Team squads for the T20 World Cup 2026 will be officially announced closer to the tournament in late 2025.
T20 World Cup 2026: Venues
The ICC has shortlisted eight venues across India and Sri Lanka. Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad are confirmed from India’s side, while Colombo (two stadiums) and Kandy are finalised in Sri Lanka.
Expected Host Venues
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Pallekele Stadium, Kandy
- Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla
T20 World Cup 2026: Live Streaming Details
Fans in India can watch the T20 World Cup 2026 live on:
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioCinema / Hotstar
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 promises an action-packed month of cricket with top cricketing nations, debutant teams like Italy, and iconic venues across India and Sri Lanka. With the tournament returning to the subcontinent after several years, fans can expect high-scoring thrillers, spin-friendly battles, and a grand finale in front of a massive Ahmedabad crowd.
